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How Learning to “Live in the Gray” Builds Resilience and Prevents Burnout
The Key to Resilience “Jenn, things aren’t black and white. You need to learn to live in the gray.” I still remember when my former boss, Matt, said that to me. I was in my 20s, and my inner perfectionist cringed. Back then, I saw the world in absolutes — right or wrong, win or lose, success or failure. Black and white thinking was the key to my success to that point; a world without absolutes didn't make sense to me. Gray felt like indecision. Like giving up control. Like we
Jenn DeWall
Oct 223 min read


How Cognitive Distortions (your brain) Cause Burnout: A Resilience Speaker’s Guide to Rewiring Your Brain at Work
Understanding Common Negative Thinking Patterns and How to Stop Them Do you see things as win or lose? Pass or fail? All good or all bad? You’re not alone. Last week I spiraled after a friend didn’t text back for two days. My brain went straight to: “Are they mad at me? Did I say something wrong?” When they finally replied… they were just busy. Zero drama. That tiny moment is a perfect example of cognitive distortions —automatic, biased thoughts that twist reality and quiet
Jenn DeWall
Oct 153 min read


How the Power of Hope Fuels Resilience in Difficult Times
Why Hope Is the Secret Weapon for High Achievers, Mental Health, and Workplace Success A few weeks ago, I had one of those days. You know...
Jenn DeWall
Aug 64 min read


The Manager's Guide to Mental Health and Burnout Conversations At Work
Let’s be real: burnout isn’t just a buzzword anymore. It’s the background noise of the modern workplace. A recent study by Moodle and...
Jenn DeWall
Jul 243 min read
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